If you haven't tried the lemon cake YOU MUST! It was super moist, very lemony and beautiful. We…read morehad 12 guests who were blown away by the flavor. The staff is very accommodating and friendly. You won't be disappointed by anything at the "lovin' oven"

We were heading to visit family in the area for dinner and were asked to bring dessert. While…read moredriving through Stayton, my wife remembered The Lovin Oven from years ago. We also recalled that there was some connection to Gerry Frank's Konditorei in Salem, which immediately caught our interest. After doing a little research, we discovered there's a deep and fascinating history linking the two businesses. The Lovin Oven began in 1983, when founder Doreen Helmemn operated the bakery out of her home. In 1993, the business expanded into a small storefront in downtown Stayton after being purchased by Mike and Valerie Schultz. Mike, who was formerly a logger, was personally taught cake decorating by the original founder, an origin story that adds to the bakery's charm and authenticity. One of the most interesting details we learned is that The Lovin Oven is the primary baker for Gerry Frank's Konditorei in Salem, a partnership that dates back to the 1980s. That relationship grew even stronger in 2017, when the Schultzes became co-owners of the Konditorei. Many people enjoying desserts at high-end restaurants throughout the region may not realize that their cakes were baked in Stayton. The Lovin Oven is especially well known for its Champagne Raspberry cake, Marionberry cheesecake, and an impressive variety of gourmet bars and cookies. Their menu also includes cakes, cheesecakes, cinnamon rolls, brownies, cupcakes, and more, something for just about every dessert preference. The bakery itself is housed in an industrial-style building that includes the production bakery, a storefront, and a small seating area where you can enjoy your treats on site. The outside is a unique with a black painted brick exterior. The customer facing area of the inside is industrial. We picked up a selection of cupcakes to take to dinner and were quickly back on the road. The cupcakes were a hit, everyone loved them, and they disappeared fast. It felt great to share something local with such a rich backstory. Overall, this was a fantastic experience, and we're glad we stopped. If you find yourself passing through Stayton or looking for high-quality desserts in the Willamette Valley, The Lovin Oven is absolutely worth checking out.

Such a cute place. Everyone was nice. Seating inside and outside to enjoy your goodies. It was a…read morebeautiful day so we sat outside for a little bit. Everything was in bloom and it was very peaceful. All the food looked good. Will be back to try some other things.

I love this place and go there often. They have a great selection of freshly baked treats and…read morebreads. I was going to say I only wish they were open more often but then I'd probably go more and gain a few more unwanted pounds lol the service is always top notch and prices are reasonable.

A place that serves B&G this good gets 5 stars. Also got a cinnamon scone that was soft and not too…read moresweet. Good coffee too.

Great shop in downtown Stayton with unique drinks, a pay-it-forward board, good take out food and…read moreall around killer coffee.

A quaint bakery in a cute town with a variety of treats and homemade bread. I stopped for a treat…read morefor my road trip home after having stayed in Sisters for a couple nights. Upon entering there is a counter filled with savory scones, croissants, cookies, and cinnamon rolls to name a few. I don't know everything they had because nothing was marked, but they had a nice variety. A small area had bread for sale including sourdough. There was a small area with seating on the side. I chose an unfrosted cinnamon roll, and my husband chose a chocolate glazed donut. The cinnamon roll was soft and with just the right amount of sweetness. I would have liked a small amount of frosting drizzle but they only had the other option of a heavily frosted cream cheese frosting. It still was so good! My husband's donut was very good, he said. I now wish I had bought a scone or something else to try. Alas I will have to come visit Sisters again, as I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here.

I was highly impressed with the appearance of the berry filled puff pastry…read more But then after I purchased it ($6) I was highly disappointed. It was so overdone that the puff pastry was totally dried out and flavorless. It crumbled when I bit into it and the usual buttery flavor was gone by being too overcooked.

Perfect little town bakery. Always has fresh bread and goods! You can see them making it right in…read morefront of you! Menu is seasonal but has good staples like sourdough breads, pretzels and best bagels! Must try! Hours are Thursday-Sunday and close at noon (wish it was longer) but otherwise good spot!

Stopped by early on a Sunday morning, about 20 minutes after opening, and there was already a short…read moreline to order. The interior was bright and kind of barn/farmhouse chic. Service was quick and friendly. I went with a cinnamon roll, two plain bagels, and two cookies: one ultimate chocolate chip and one peanut butter. I also got cream cheese for the bagel. The cinnamon roll was huge, pillowy, and very delicious. It was a little light on the cinnamon for my tastes, but I would definitely get it again. The bagels were pretty good. Nothing amazing, but a solid bagel chewy texture with good flavor. The cream cheese seemed to be whipped, which was a thoughtful touch. The cookies were huge, and both had a nice soft texture and rich flavor. The ultimate chocolate chip seemed to have maybe a caramel swirl along with chocolate chips. Very decadent! And the peanut butter was rich and chewy, with good peanut butter flavor. This place is a bit of a drive from me, but I will definitely be back some Sunday in the future to try some more of their extensive and tasty offerings.

I was searching for real sourdough made with a long fermentation -and I found it here! Post the…read moreplane and the garlic rosemary. Love's I bought were phenomenal. So if you're on the search for real bread and not a grocery store chain that is simply labeled as sourdough, this is your place. Gavin, who was either the owner, or the manager, of both, is a super guy and very helpful..

When you come and visit Waldport, you need to stop by Pacific Sourdough and grab some pastries…read more It's some of the best, they are freshly made right there at the store. The ambiance is nothing to brag about but if you have amazing pastries that does t matter. The service is great and great you with a smile every time.

I couldn't recommend Sweet Magnolia more! They graciously accommodated a last-minute order and…read morecreated the most beautiful chocolate ganache cake for my mother-in-law's 80th birthday. Wanting to support a local business made the experience even more special. The cake was absolutely stunning, and the flavor exceeded our expectations. It was rich, incredibly moist, and perfectly balanced--especially impressive for a cake of its size. It was the highlight of the celebration, and our entire family loved it. Thank you for helping make such a special milestone even more memorable!

Stopped in here this afternoon with a friend. We mostly wanted to sit and relax with a nice drink…read more They closed at 3:30 today which we somehow didn't notice so we ended up staying until we noticed they were closing up (sorry!). We were greeted immediately when we walked in. I ordered an Italian soda with peach and strawberry and my friend ordered a cappuccino. My drink was great! It was creamy and fresh tasting. It was made with syrup but it was still so good and refreshing after a long day with lots of walking. They have some housemade treats too, which I've had before and they were good. Since we got there so late in the day they didn't have much available, but last time I got a delicious peanut butter bar that blew me away. The staff were all very friendly and seemed happy. There is a small space with tables inside and a cute little garden outside with a few more tables. The prices were reasonable, about on-par for a tourist town. They have a small parking lot and there is plenty of street parking. The building is a bit hidden so it can be hard to spot if you're on foot but they put signs out when they're open to help people to find. If you're looking for a cute spot to get a treat and a drink, stop in here! They are lovely and have tasty treats.

Nice little shop with a few tables to eat at. My muffin was not what I expected. It tasted like…read moreit was made with a white cake mix with struesel on top. It had the texture of a cupcake. The staff was friendly.

The coconut and lemon cake was very rich and tart. The dessert was very complementary topped with…read morecreamy frosting. The earthquake cake was fabulous; it was not a soft cake, it was very dense and full of rich chocolate, cream cheese and chocolate chips . It was extremely filling. The two women who helped us were very polite and very patient as we took forever to choose from their delicious options. They had a massive selection of treats. A true sweet-treat paradise. The ambiance reminds me of the old candy shops I would go to on the Oregon coast, which brought back fond memories. It would be helpful if, instead of a large sign that said 'bakery,' it had the business name. Nonetheless, this place was great, and we will definitely be back.

I absolutely adore Hazella's. The owners are amazing, the warmest reception. Amazing pastries and…read moregreat coffee from Margin. Comfortable seating and a great spot to sit down and study or work. Highly recommend the chocolate croissant, but you really can't go wrong! The savory items are also awesome, but if you're trying to avoid dairy like me most of them have cheese.

We got here at 12:40 and they were already prepping for closing time. They close at 1pm…read more There was very little left, but they were welcoming and offered us to stay as long as we like. The store is well lit with large windows and good lighting. Floors and tables are clean as is the public restroom. There is a real down home charm with the pictures, wallpaper and furniture, almost as if you were in a victorian era shop. This whole area feels very historical and is visible in the architecture of the structures in town. We opted for the last few treats available and were very pleasantly surprised. The Ham and gruyere cheese pastry was absolutely delicious. The ham flavor was rich. Not being familiar with the cheese, the flavor is mild but unmistakable. The pastry itself was very flaky, buttery and light. We arrived at closing and had very little choice of the treats that were left,, but what was left was so good that we are going to note this spot for a return trip during regular hours.